Description
Delicious high-protein pizza rolls made with whole wheat dough, low-fat mozzarella, and savory pepperoni, perfect for a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of low-fat mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup of pepperoni slices
- 1 cup of whole wheat pizza dough
- 1/4 cup of marinara sauce (for serving)
- 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface until it’s about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut the dough into rectangles approximately 3×4 inches in size.
- Place a piece of mozzarella cheese and a few pepperoni slices on each rectangle.
- Fold the dough over the filling to create a pocket. Use a fork to seal the edges tightly.
- Brush the tops with the egg wash, then sprinkle Italian seasoning for added flavor.
- Arrange the rolls on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Enjoy the rolls fresh out of the oven, served with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
For variations, consider adding vegetables or switching the cheese. Ensure an even roll for best baking results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: pepperoni pizza rolls, high protein snack, easy appetizer, family-friendly snacks, quick meals